Chapter 97: Heavenly Auction!
Jiang Yun took out a jade bottle from his storage ring and pushed it over. Before it was even opened, a faint, exotic fragrance permeated the room.
Smelling the scent, Hai Bodong even felt a loosening sensation in the Dou Qi within his body. Ya Fei, whose cultivation was much weaker, had already turned red in the face, her Dou Qi boiling within her, reaching the verge of a breakthrough.
"Young Master, this is, this is..." Seemingly guessing the item in the bottle, Hai Bodong felt his whole body trembling as he stammered the question.
"As you thought, inside is indeed a Grade 6 Huangji Pill!" Jiang Yun waved his hand, and the jade bottle fully opened. A dragon eye-sized pill, with swirling pill patterns, floated in Jiang Yun's palm. He introduced it unhurriedly.
"Huangji Pill!"
The moment the name Huangji Pill was mentioned, Mitchel Tengshan immediately let out a cry of surprise, looking at Jiang Yun in disbelief. Only then did he notice that Jiang Yun was wearing an Alchemist's robe, but without the badge symbolizing an Alchemist's rank.
Coupled with his initial shock at Hai Bodong's attitude, he hadn't realized at first that the other party was an Alchemist.
Looking at the pill before him, Mitchel Tengshan instantly made a connection: could this distinguished guest also be a Rank 6 Alchemist?
And a Rank 6 Alchemist capable of refining a Huangji Pill!
Not every Rank 6 Alchemist could refine a Huangji Pill. As a pill at the pinnacle of Grade 6 pills, even a Seventh-Rank Alchemist would not have absolute confidence in refining it.
Although somewhat shocked by Jiang Yun's youth, Mitchel Tengshan hoped even more that this was true.
"I didn't expect Master to also be a Rank 6 Alchemist. Hai Bodong truly failed to recognize a great master!" What Mitchel Tengshan could think of, Hai Bodong naturally also thought of. At this moment, he shook his head with a bitter smile.
Once, an opportunity to connect with a Rank 6 Alchemist was right before him, but he rejected it. Later...
As for now?
Hai Bodong didn't believe that the Mittel Family could connect with him when he had no demands. To cultivate such a young and talented Alchemist like Jiang Yun, he must have come from that coveted place.
Central Plains!
Jiang Yun smiled calmly at Hai Bodong's emotion.
"What does Master wish to exchange for?"
"If it's just gold coins, Hai Bodong is willing to purchase this Huangji Pill at double the price!"
Taking a deep breath, Hai Bodong gradually calmed down, tearing his reluctant gaze away from the Huangji Pill, and cupped his hands to Jiang Yun.
Mitchel Tengshan, who was nearby, also looked at Jiang Yun with anticipation. Gold coins were inanimate; even if it was an inflated price, as long as it could improve Hai Bodong's strength, any amount of gold coins would be worth it.
At this moment, Ya Fei had been stunned ever since Jiang Yun took out the Huangji Pill. Now, looking at the young Jiang Yun, and then back at the geniuses of the Jia Ma Empire, they were simply unbearable to look at.
"I don't need gold coins; I only support bartering. Medicinal ingredients, cultivation techniques, rare treasures—as long as they interest me, I can offer Grade 5, Grade 6, or even Seventh Grade Pills in exchange!"
As Jiang Yun's words fell, everyone present found their breathing quickening.
"Grade 7!"
Even Hai Bodong let out a cry of surprise. Seventh Grade Pills, where even ordinary Grade 6 Pills were hard to come by, seemed as common as cabbage by the roadside in Jiang Yun's words.
Is this the terrifying power of the Central Plains?
Seeing Jiang Yun's seemingly genuine demeanor, Hai Bodong chose to remain silent and respectfully said, "Master, the Mittel Family will use all its power to promote this auction!"
"Ya Fei, choose a good residence and invite Master and his companions to rest!" After the discussion, Mitchel Tengshan instructed Ya Fei, his eyes subtly flickering.
Ya Fei immediately understood, and a hint of desolation and powerlessness rose in her heart. She knew what Mitchel Tengshan meant. She had thought that with Hai Bodong's support, by becoming the chief auctioneer, she could control her own destiny.
Unexpectedly, in the end, it was still like this, just replaced by another person, someone the Mittel Family couldn't refuse.
If Jiang Yun truly took a liking to Ya Fei, the Mittel Family would simply profit immensely. Even if it was just a one-night stand, with no feelings for Ya Fei, the Mittel Family would only be overjoyed.
Sacrificing a clanswoman with mediocre cultivation talent to establish a connection with a Rank 6 Alchemist (?) was indeed a huge profit.
Ya Fei looked at Jiang Yun's handsome face, and then thought of his identity. The resistance in her heart immediately lessened considerably, and even other thoughts arose.
If she succeeded, would the Mittel Family even have to rely on her and treat her with utmost respect? Thinking this, Ya Fei's smile brightened considerably.
"Master, please follow me!"
Nodding, holding Zi Yan's hand, he followed Ya Fei. The few of them left the place. He was as clear as a mirror about their secret maneuvers.
Although the beautiful woman before him could easily be obtained if he wished, Jiang Yun had no such thoughts. Looking at the people he kept by his side, they were all primarily chosen for their potential. As of now, Jiang Yun only valued Zi Yan the most.
Medusa was half, these two had the potential to grow to Heavenly Sovereign and help him. The remaining Qing Lin and Xiao Yi Xian could only be considered backups. As for the others, Jiang Yun had not yet found anyone with sufficient talent.
Along the way, Jiang Yun remained very calm in the face of Ya Fei's enthusiasm. Upon reaching their accommodation, looking at the closed door, Ya Fei sighed helplessly.
During their conversation, she could feel Jiang Yun's distance. Her beauty, which she usually prided herself on, had no effect on him, which gave Ya Fei a sense of frustration.
Throughout her years of experience outside, she had deeply understood how strong an attraction her beauty had for men. To this day, she had never met a man like Jiang Yun, who seemed completely indifferent to her.
Perhaps this is what a genius is!
Inside the house.
As soon as Zi Yan entered, she said angrily, "Xiao Yun, I don't like that woman!"
"?" Jiang Yun looked at Zi Yan with some confusion, not understanding why she was throwing a tantrum again. Could it be jealousy?
Qing Lin and Xiao Yi Xian were excitedly hiding in a corner, eating melon seeds.
"Her actions are understandable. I have no interest in her. I just need to ignore her!" Jiang Yun chuckled softly, ruffling Zi Yan's soft, smooth hair.
"Mmm!" Zi Yan, having been stroked along her fur, immediately calmed down after Jiang Yun's repeated assurances. She also understood that as long as Jiang Yun had no intentions, the other party would have no opportunity.
Mainly, Ya Fei reminded Zi Yan of an annoying person.
Queen Medusa!
Similarly enchanting and alluring, although Ya Fei didn't possess Medusa's innate charm, the similar style made Zi Yan particularly dislike her.
Overnight.
An explosive piece of news spread from the Mittel Family throughout the entire Jia Ma Holy City, and even towards the surrounding empires.
The Mitier Auction House's Heavenly-grade auction had opened!
It could be said that to please Jiang Yun, the Mittel Family mobilized all its forces, striving to spread this news in a short time.
One must know that the Mitier Auction House was the largest commercial organization in Jia Ma Holy City. Their energy was immense; almost overnight, countless staff members of the Mitier Auction House disseminated the news.
After the honey trap temporarily failed, Mitchel Tengshan knew that if this matter was handled beautifully, satisfying Jiang Yun and showing the Mittel Family's sincerity, then the Mittel Family would have a chance to build a good relationship with Jiang Yun.
This was an auction where Grade 6 Pills, and even the legendary Seventh Grade Pills, might appear. All of this was handled by their Mitier Auction House.
Just this reputation alone was enough to elevate the Mittel Family by another level.
The original three great families of Jia Ma Holy City had actually lost their balance long ago. The Nalan Family produced a Nalan Yanran, who became the Young Sect Master of the Yunlan Sect, with terrifying and peerless cultivation talent. Throughout the Jia Ma Empire, Nalan Yanran was unrivaled among the younger generation.
Therefore, subtly, the Nalan Family already showed a tendency to surpass the other two families.
And a few months ago, for unknown reasons, the strongest experts of the Imperial Family, the Mu Family, and the Nalan Family were all severely injured. During this period, the empire's atmosphere became even more bizarre.
Although Hai Bodong's return gave the Mittel Family some confidence, Jiang Yun's appearance now was an opportunity for the Mittel Family to completely step out of the Jia Ma Empire.
Mitchel Tengshan naturally knew how rare this opportunity was and how slim the chances were, but when an opportunity is presented to you, can you give up just because the chance is small?
He immediately issued an order, halting all operations of the auction house, solely for this Heavenly-grade auction.
"Breaking news! In three days, Mitier will open a Heavenly-grade auction!"
"The Mitier Heavenly-grade auction will feature Grade 6 Beast Flame, Grade 6 Magic Core Weapons, and the legendary finale item will be a pill, a high-grade pill!"
"Extra! Extra! Latest news! The Mitier Heavenly-grade auction might feature a Seventh Grade Pill! You heard that right, a Seventh Grade Pill!"
For a time, the entire Jia Ma Empire was covered in flyers, and in almost every corner, one could hear the promotional shouts of the Mittel Family's disciples.
Jiama Imperial Family!
Yao Ye looked at the flyer in her hand, her beautiful eyes couldn't help but become solemn: "These are all rare treasures. Normally, just one item would be enough to open an Earth-grade auction, and one or two of them would even be enough to open a Heavenly-grade auction. Could it be..."
"Could the Seventh Grade Pill mentioned in the promotion really be true!!!"
Jia Xingtian, looking weary, put down the flyer in his hand and pondered, "Many of these are the Mittel Family's hidden treasures. It seems they truly have connected with a high-level Alchemist this time!"
Hearing this, Yao Ye stood up excitedly and said in a hurried voice, "Great-Grandfather, this Master can definitely cure your injuries. I'll go invite him right away!"
Jia Xingtian frowned and stopped Yao Ye, who was about to leave, saying sternly, "Don't be reckless. If there truly is an Alchemist Grandmaster, you might offend him. I've read the flyer; it says that pills only support bartering. It seems there really is such a person. You go to the Treasure Pavilion first and pick out some precious medicinal ingredients. I'll go find Hai Bodong to sound him out."
Yao Ye frowned slightly, thought for a moment, then nodded, "Alright!"
At this moment, the Alchemist Guild had already erupted into chaos.
The news of a suspected Seventh Grade Pill had attracted all the old folks here. The Jia Ma Empire only had one Rank 6 Alchemist, and he wasn't from their Alchemist Guild.
They only had one Rank 5 Alchemist. For Alchemists, pills were also a good teacher and a good reference!
If they could comprehend even a little of its mystery, their alchemy skills could probably improve rapidly.
These Alchemists probably wished they could go bankrupt now to acquire this Seventh Grade Pill.
"Guild Master!"
At this moment, an old man walked out, and the surrounding Alchemists immediately bowed respectfully.
He was none other than the Guild Master of the Jia Ma Empire's Alchemist Guild, the Rank 5 Alchemist, Fa Ma!
"I already know about the matter. Cherme, go inventory the medicinal ingredient warehouse. We will do our best to acquire this Seventh Grade Pill. I assume no one will object, right?"
Fa Ma was also a decisive person, issuing orders swiftly and resolutely.
"No, no!" Of course, everyone had no objection to Fa Ma's order. Placing such a pill in the Alchemist Guild would be enough to study all the way to Rank 7!
Who would dare to object!
"Guild Master, where are you going?"
Seeing Fa Ma walking out after giving the order, Cherme hurriedly asked.
"This old man is going to the Mittel Family to pay a visit to the Master!" Fa Ma walked out quickly without looking back. Judging by his steps, he was clearly impatient.
At this moment, in the Nalan Family, Nalan Yanran, dressed in the Yunlan Sect's silver moon robe, had just returned home to visit Nalan Jie when she encountered such news.
"There's actually a Seventh Grade Pill!" Nalan Yanran's heart thumped as she looked at the words on the flyer.
Gu He was only a Rank 6 Alchemist. With the pills he usually provided as assistance, she naturally understood the help a high-level Alchemist provided for cultivation. Now, the Mittel Family actually had a suspected Seventh-Rank Alchemist.
Even if Gu He were here, he would probably be lost in thought, right?
"Yanran, you know about the Old Master's illness. Father originally wanted to visit in person, but you know the current situation. As a Dou Ling, I'm afraid I won't be able to see the Master. Could you please ask Sect Master Yun for help?"
Nalan Yanran's father, the current head of the Nalan Family, Nalan Su, said to Nalan Yanran with some anxiety and hesitation.
No matter what, asking for help using his daughter's influence was still a bit difficult for a father to say.
What's more, there were also constraints of status!
Nalan Jie was the Marshal of the Jia Ma Empire, while Nalan Yanran was the Young Sect Master of the Yunlan Sect. Most importantly, the Imperial Family and the Yunlan Sect were at odds.
The Nalan Family's position was very awkward!
After hearing Nalan Su's request, Nalan Yanran thought for a moment, then stood up and said, "I'll go back and report to Teacher now, but Father, I can't guarantee that Teacher will agree!"
Hearing Nalan Yanran agree, Nalan Su's face lit up, and he said excitedly, "Good, good, good! As long as you deliver the message, Yanran, whether it succeeds or not depends on fate!"